August stars: Tight end Jimmy Graham, Ingram, safety Malcolm Jenkins, wide receiver Joseph Morgan, Sproles, offensive tackle Zack Strief. Morgan, who began his college career at Illinois and came to the Saints as an undrafted free agent, looks like the fastest player in camp. The ascension of Northwestern alum Strief was partly responsible for the Saints' decision to cut Stinchcomb.

On the hot seat: The Saints are hoping Martez Wilson, the team's third-round pick from Illinois and Simeon High, can learn the defense quickly enough to make a contribution at strong-side linebacker. In fact, defensive coordinator Gregg Williams has made Wilson a personal project, riding Wilson on a regular basis. Wilson's athleticism stands out, but he remains a work in progress.

Camp oddity: Midway through camp, coach Sean Payton decided he wanted to extend camp another week. But the Saints could not make accommodations to house the team properly in New Orleans. As a result, the team decided to escape the heat and humidity in Louisiana and is taking off for Oxnard, Calif., for five days of practices this week.